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# Staff Software Engineer

- **Company:** Katalyst Talent Agency
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Cloud Computing, Code Review, Elasticsearch, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), PostgreSQL, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Spring-boot, Backend, Kotlin, Event Driven Architecture, Build Management, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Restful APIs, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** September 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/staff-software-engineer-san-mateo-ca--f52fee36-dcfd-4c4e-aa70-15bc713069fb

## About the Role

* 8+ years of cloud software experience.
 * Experience running and optimizing production-grade systems for maximum efficiency and resilience.
 * Extensive experience with the design, implementation, and operation of backend microservices.
 * Proficiency with Kotlin or Java, REST APIs, and SQL.
 * Experience running production services using cloud infrastructure such as Kubernetes and Docker.

Bonus Qualifications:

 * Experience with Spring Boot-based microservice architectures, PostgreSQL, and Elasticsearch.
 * Experience in transportation, robotics, logistics, or autonomous vehicles.
 * Experience with event-driven architecture and Kafka.

External Skills & Expertise:

 * Kotlin or Java.
 * REST APIs.
 * SQL.
 * Microservice Architectures.
 * PostgreSQL.
 * Elasticsearch.
 * Event-Driven Architecture.
 * Kafka.

Skills:
Application Programming Interface (API), Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Best Practices, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Docker, Documentation, Elasticsearch, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Java, Kotlin, Logistics, Microservices, PostgreSQL, Production Systems, REST (Representational State Transfer), Robotics, SQL (Structured Query Language), Scalable System Development, Software Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Testing

## Description

* Design and build scalable, efficient, and robust backend systems for Zoox's ride-hailing service.
 * Own core functionality such as payments, fleet dispatch, and service management.
 * Make significant contributions to technical roadmaps and development plans and execute them effectively.
 * Uphold engineering excellence by demonstrating best practices in software development, including design reviews, code reviews, software testing, and documentation.


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